As well as a basic espresso coffee machine, there are lots of pieces of coffee-related equipment that you can buy to help you produce the best coffee possible. Buying these coffee-related items online has huge advantages: it can save you lots of time, you can easily find the best deals and you can have the equipment delivered directly to your door. So what sort of equipment will you need to consider?

Espresso machines: These come in all shapes, sizes and finishes, so make sure you compare websites to find the most suitable machine for your business. Try and get an espresso machine that offers a warranty as this will cover you for the first year or so if anything goes wrong.

Grinders: When you buy coffee beans, they will probably come already roasted- the next stage is to grind them. Getting a decent grinder is vital for producing good-quality coffee; if the beans are too finely ground or too coarsely ground the flavour of the coffee will be impaired. If possible, look for a burr grinder rather than a blade grinder, as this produces much more evenly ground coffee. It is also recommended that you replace your grinder regularly, so it is a good idea to shop around and find the best price.

Cups: There are lots of different types and sizes of coffee cups, including small espresso cups, latte mugs and latte glasses. Many online companies will personalise your cups for you - so you could brand them with your company’s name and contact details, for example.

Extras: As well as the larger items above, you will probably need consumables such as napkins, paper cups, and so on. Some websites sell packages containing many of these items, so you may be able to find a better deal if you buy these items together.